The Ability of Competitors to Use Duplicated Resources and Capabilities

question 59

Multiple Choice

The ability of competitors to use duplicated resources and capabilities to imitate the other firm's success is called

• A) imitability.
• B) durability.
• C) transferability.
• D) transparency.
• E) replicability.

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Definitions:

Deductive Pattern

A logical process in which a conclusion is reached by applying a general principle or rule to specific instances or cases.

Good News

Information or announcements that are positive, uplifting, or beneficial to the receiver, often leading to a pleasant or optimistic reaction.

Bad-news Message

Communication that conveys disappointing, unfavorable, or negative information to the recipient.

Routine Request

A common or regularly occurring appeal or inquiry that follows a standard procedure or format.